Cuff Bracelet – “After the Rain, the Ground Hardens” (Japanese)
$69.95
8mm x 2mm brushed stainless steel bracelet with original design in Japanese script – one size fits all. Accompanied by a complementary set of 3 slimline, minimalist finger/knuckle rings.
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Description
Japanese: 雨降って地固まる
Romaji: Ame Futte Ji Katamaru
The literal translation of this Japanese proverb is “After the rain, the ground hardens”.
It expresses the idea that going through hardships and difficult times builds one’s strength and character so that they can endure harder times and tougher challenges in the future. It’s essentially a metaphorical way of affirming the notion that adversity builds character.
This proverb is a perfect reminder when going through tough times that just like rain, those hard times will eventually end. And once the storm has cleared and life goes back to normal, you will find yourself standing on stronger foundations than before, able to weather even bigger and darker storms that may come your way.
Accompanying Design Elements
The proverb on this bracelet is accompanied by images of two cherry blossom flowers (sakura), and two samurai swords (katana).
Nowhere in the world is the sakura flower more cherished than in Japan, so much so that it was chosen as the country’s national flower.
In Japanese culture, it’s a timeless metaphor for and reminder of the fleeting human existence. However, it also represents rebirth and new beginnings. The flowering of the sakura has always signalled the beginning of the spring season, which is a time of renewal, new hope and optimism.
The symbol of the sakura was therefore chosen for this bracelet to represent a more hopeful, positive new life blooming after a dark, embattled time.
The katana is arguably one of Japan’s most powerful symbols, with traditions that go back thousands of years. In feudal Japan it was referred to as “the soul of the samurai” and was considered sacred as the symbol of the warrior.
The katana was chosen as part of this bracelet design to symbolise women going through dark times with the brave heart of a warrior. It’s intended to inspire you to persevere in your fight bravely until the storm eventually ends.
Additional Information
| Weight | 0.1 kg |
|---|---|
| Rings | This cuff bracelet is accompanied by a complementary set of 3 staggered-size, slimline 1mm finger/knuckle rings, specially chosen to accentuate the bracelet's styling. |
| Material | This bracelet is made of 316L grade stainless steel, which offers a very long-lasting life and appearance. It is highly corrosion resistant and biocompatible, and is therefore often referred to as both marine grade and medical grade stainless steel. This material is commonly used for food preparation surfaces and equipment, maritime environments, body piercings, biomedical implants, and body modification implants. The design is mechanically engraved into the bracelet and highlighted with black enamel jewellery ink. |
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